Gear moves to Land of the Rising Sun

Worcester Warriors have today confirmed that wing Rico Gear will move to Japanese club Kintetsu Liners from next season.

The former New Zealand international, who made 66 appearances for Worcester and scored 18 tries, will move to Kintetsu in East Osaka city and link up with former All Blacks coach Peter Sloane after his contract ended at Sixways.

Warriors have also confirmed that Sam Tuitupou is set to join Munster Rugby and Matt Cox will move to Gloucester Rugby from next season.

Worcester Warriors would like to thank all three players for their service at Sixways and wish them and their families every success for the future.

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